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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB873
Epic Description: ERYTHROPOIETIN
Collection Limitations
It is recommended that samples be collected at a consistent time of day. Morning samples taken between 7:30am and 12:00 noon have been recommended.
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel or Heparin tube | 6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
Specimen Stability
14 days frozen
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Hemolyzed specimens are unacceptable. Centrifuge specimen, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport to laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot, freeze,and transport on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.5 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: EPO
http://www.wardelab.com/test_page.asp?test=ERYTHROPOIETIN+%28EPO%29
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
3 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Hemolyzed specimens are unacceptable. Remote locations: Centrifuge specimn, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport to laboratory. If holding overnight, aliquot, freeze,and transport on dry ice.
CPT Code Information
82668